November 24, 2025 | By Chrissy Moore
As is our pattern this time of year, we’d like to express our gratitude for the many Herb Society of America Blog readers all over the world. …
February 17, 2025 | By Samantha Bellman
The monotonous grays of winter begin to break as February approaches. Just like the groundhog reminds us that winter is coming to an end, so …
November 6, 2023 | By Maryann Readal
Rosemary, The Herb Society’s Herb of the Month for November, is going through an identity crisis. Since the mid-18th century, the botanical name …
June 20, 2023 | By Angela McDonald
Most of the teas that we drink these days are blended at some point. Even teas that seem simple such, as ginger or English Breakfast. The …
April 24, 2023 | By Beth Schreibman Gehring
From as early as I can remember, I have been completely smitten by the beauty and versatility of roses. As I have mentioned before, my father …
July 26, 2021 | By Angela Magnan
As I pulled into the parking lot next to the native plant collection at work one day, I noticed our intern up in a tree cutting down a native …
January 18, 2021 | By Andrea Jackson
When we love something, it’s impossible not to share it with others, particularly those we care about most. Herbs and children are such a …
August 3, 2020 | By Maryann Readal
The Herb Society of America’s Herb of the Month for August is the makrut lime, Citrus hystrix, a member of the Rutaceae family. This lime is …
May 25, 2020 | By Zainab Pashaei
Of the many countries looking to reduce their carbon footprint through landscape restoration and sustainability, you will find Turkey among …
March 1, 2020 | By Maryann Readal
What do Earl Gray tea, the confection Turkish Delight, the liqueur Bergamia, eau de cologne, and some air fresheners have in common? The answer …
April 10, 2019 | By Beth Schreibman-Gehring
“A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all it teaches entire trust.” …
November 24, 2017 | By Paris Wolfe
Gift-giving for the herb enthusiast is just too easy. Looking for a table gift of stocking stuffer, consider the sprout colored pencils , …
May 9, 2017 | By Paris Wolfe
Aromatherapy, using herbal essential oils encourages healthy sleep.
November 7, 2016 | By Paris Wolfe
When I dried this year’s mint and lemon herbs for handcrafted herbal tea, I considered how to package and store my blend. I know tea should be …
June 15, 2016 | By Rickie Wilson
Holy Basil or Tulasi (also spelled Thulasi) Ocimum tenuiflorum is a sacred and revered plant in the Vaishnava tradition of Hinduism. It is …
February 14, 2016 | By Paris Wolfe
What better herb to consider for Valentine’s Day, but Stevia. An emerging darling in the tea garden.
While dieters look to it for a sweet …
July 1, 2015 | By Linda Franzo
Many have said, “You can only be happy if you look to the future,” “Be in the moment,” and “Breathe!”
Well, I’m happy to report that you can …
June 10, 2015
As Editor for The Herb Society of America, Brent DeWitt has a mission. He is working to strengthen the Society’s marketing and advertising as …